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Alma Fuerte's goal is to bring out the entrepreneur in each child by developing their critical thinking skills, leadership ability, and fostering their unique creativity. We are a small, tight-knit and diverse community located in Pasadena, CA. We are currently enrolling TK-8 for the 2026-2027 school Year. Alma Fuerte Public School staff is available to assist families in completing this paperwork if needed.
El objetivo de Alma Fuerte es sacar al emprendedor de cada niño desarrollando sus habilidades de pensamiento crítico, capacidad de liderazgo y fomentar su creatividad única. Somos una comunidad pequeña, unida y diversa ubicada en Pasadena, CA. Inscríba su hijo(s) hoy! Estamos inscribiendo grados TK-8 para el año escolar 2025-2026. Nuestro personal le puede ayudar a llenar las applicacion.
Mission
Alma Fuerte Public School, meaning "Strong Soul" in Spanish, empowers TK-8 students to become innovative entrepreneurs, compassionate leaders, and active community members. We partner with families to meet each student’s unique needs through inclusive, differentiated learning and real-world connections, fostering growth, resilience, and preparation for success in secondary school. Committed to lifelong learning, we support students, staff, and families in personal and academic development, equipping our students to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
Vision
Our vision is to create a vibrant, inclusive learning community where every child, with the support of their family, is inspired to reach their full potential as an entrepreneur, critical thinker, creative innovator, and community-minded leader. Through a focus on individualized education, entrepreneurship, and continuous growth, Alma Fuerte Public School will be a model for fostering empowered students, staff, and families who are prepared to lead with integrity and make a lasting, positive impact in an ever-changing world.
At Alma Fuerte, our approach includes:
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A Personalized Approach – Alma Fuerte takes your child’s strengths, needs, and interests into consideration. Then teachers provide the support they need to truly master a subject at the highest standards.
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Collaborative Learning – With small class sizes and different approaches to learning (like project-based learning, multiple modalities, learning styles), children are encouraged to work closely together to solve problems.
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Self-Directed Learning Opportunities – Alma Fuerte values your child’s interests and opinions, encouraging deeper thought. We are helping to prepare them to have the skills and attitude necessary to be successful once they leave school.
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Personal Growth – Alma Fuerte emphasizes social emotional learning (SEL). SEL teaches students to understand and manage their emotions, establish and maintain positive relationships, feel and show empathy, set and achieve goals, and make responsible decisions.
Enrollment Eligibility
Alma Fuerte is a public school and does not charge tuition.
Alma Fuerte does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, national or ethnic origin in administration of its admission policies or education programs.
In accordance with Education Code Section 47605(d)(2)(B), admission preferences in the case of a lottery shall be given to the following students in the following order:
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Students who are currently enrolled (exempt from the lottery pursuant to Education Code Section 47605(d)(2)(B))
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Siblings of existing students
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Children of Founding Parents, teachers and staff, combined, not to exceed 10% of total enrollment
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Residents of the District
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Students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch
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All other applicants
The waitlist for the current school year remains active until Alma Fuerte Public School’s admissions period commences for the following year. Applicants must re-apply for the lottery annually if the school is unable to offer them admission for the current year.
Eligibility for Kindergarten
Your child must be 5 years old on or before September 1st (Education Code 48000)
Eligibility for Transitional Kindergarten
Child must turn 4 before September 1
What shots does my child need for school?
As a public school, all children must be up to date on their immunizations in order to enroll. Check out "Shots for School," for more information.
If you'd like to schedule a tour, you must submit an enrollment application first!
Questions? 626-204-5265, Hablamos Español!
What are our parents saying?
"It's very small and tight knit. The parents and staff interact a lot and have a lot of say in what things are do and in the actual planning of school events. The staff and teachers are very skilled. I feel like it's a family...
At Alma Fuerte, you get a feel that you are part of the planning the family, as many parents are, and the staff are so receptive to parent input! There are lots of opportunities to get involved here! I think thats most important that the kids see you are intimately involved with the school and Alma Fuerte is ripe ground for being involved as a parent in this way, if you so choose."
"This school develops strong character in its students, like integrity, compassion and respect. This is a high priority for a school working toward contributing, innovative entrepreneurs. Leadership at this school is effective. Good response time and willingness to discuss ideas."
"This school develops strong character in its students, like integrity, compassion and respect. I like that they focus individually on the child building their skills in social-emotional and academic learning, as well as the school overall is committed to diversity, inclusion, respect, excellence, learning, and having fun."
OUR FAMILY ABSOLUTELY LOVES ALMA FUERTE! WE HAVE BEEN ENROLLED FOR 2 YEARS AND IT IS THE BEST FIT MY DAUGHTER HAS EXPERIENCED TO DATE. ------ IS LEARNING SO MUCH AND IS WORKING ABOVE GRADE LEVEL. THE ALMA FUERTE COMMUNITY IS SUPPORTIVE AND ENGAGED. WE HAVE SO MANY FUN FAMILY ACTIVITIES.